Executive Restaurant Chef – AkiraBack Concept

FAIRMONT; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel in Ottawa is seeking a Restaurant Chef to lead the new Akira Back restaurant, specializing in modern Japanese-Korean cuisine. The ideal candidate must have at least two years of experience working with Chef Akira Back, alongside a strong background in culinary leadership and menu development. This role offers the opportunity to create culinary excellence while ensuring high standards of guest experience in a prestigious dining setting.

Benefits

Food & Beverage discount of 50% in restaurants

Employee benefit card for family discounts

Learning programs

Comprehensive health benefits

Qualifications

• At least two years as a Restaurant Chef working directly with Chef Akira Back.
• Broad, hands-on experience in Japanese and Korean cuisines.
• Experience leading high-volume, luxury-hotel or fine-dining restaurants.

Responsibilities

• Champion the Akira Back brand and maintain quality.
• Develop annual budgets and forecast revenues.
• Design menus that honor Japanese and Korean traditions.
• Set service standards that deliver Fairmont’s promise.

Skills

Japanese cuisine

Korean cuisine

Leadership

Menu development

Food safety standards

Financial management

Education

High-school diploma or GED

Degree in culinary arts or hospitality management

Job description

A luxury hotel in Ottawa is seeking a Restaurant Chef to lead the new Akira Back restaurant, specializing in modern Japanese-Korean cuisine. The ideal candidate must have at least two years of experience working with Chef Akira Back, alongside a strong background in culinary leadership and menu development. This role offers the opportunity to create culinary excellence while ensuring high standards of guest experience in a prestigious dining setting.